The Gold Coast Recreation Precinct offers some of the most popular school holiday programs on the Gold Coast for children aged 5 to 12, featuring outdoor adventure, sport, water-based activities and active play. These fun, engaging and affordable programs provide a great way for kids to stay active and entertained during the break.
Families looking for things to do with kids on the Gold Coast can enjoy a safe, supervised program that focuses on physical activity, confidence-building, teamwork and having fun during the Queensland school holidays. Activities are tailored to different age groups to ensure an enjoyable experience for every child.
Details and pricing
This school holiday program is suitable for families looking for affordable kids' activities on the Gold Coast during the spring 2026 school holidays.
Learn about full-day school holiday program pricing and additional information.
Dates and times
Monday 21 September 2026
Tuesday 22 September 2026
Wednesday 23 September 2026
Thursday 24 September 2026
Friday 25 September 2026
Monday 28 September 2026
Tuesday 29 September 2026
Wednesday 30 September 2026
Thursday 1 October 2026
Full-day program: Drop off from 7.30am for a 9am start, pick-up between 3.30pm and 4.30pm.
Cost
$77.55 per person
Daily program schedule
The program includes a variety of kids adventure activities such as splash wars, canoeing, archery, aerial adventures and traditional Indigenous games, making it one of the most engaging Gold Coast school holiday programs available.
Full day program 21 September–1 October 2026
| Day | 5–7 yrs | 8–12 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 21 September | Beach walk bingo, beach games, canoeing | Splash wars, aerial adventures |
| Tuesday 22 September | Splash wars, aerial adventures | Beach walk bingo, beach games, high ropes |
| Wednesday 23 September | Archery, dance party, body boarding | Splash catapults, aerial adventures |
| Thursday 24 September | Splash catapults, high ropes | Court sports, archery zone, body boarding |
| Friday 25 September | Splash wars, aerial adventures | Beach walk bingo, archery zone, canoeing |
| Monday 28 September | Splash catapults, aerial adventures | Archery, archery zone, abseiling, quick flights |
| Tuesday 29 September | Beach games, beach walk bingo, body boarding | Splash catapults, aerial adventures |
| Wednesday 30 September | Splash wars, aerial adventures | Court sports, traditional Indigenous games, body boarding |
| Thursday 1 October | Archery, court sports, body boarding | Splash wars, high ropes |
Download the Gold Coast Recreation Precinct Spring Holiday Program 222.2 KB).
What to bring
- Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea (we are a nut-free venue)
- Enclosed shoes
- Water bottle
- Fitness attire
- Hat and sunscreen.
For water activities also bring:
- Sun-safe swimwear
- Enclosed shoes that can get wet
- Towel and a change of dry clothes
How to book
Watch the video or read the guideline 100.3 KB) to learn how to book your school holiday program online.
Book your school holiday program
Contact details
Phone: 07 5669 2100
Email: goldcoastrec@sport.qld.gov.au
Address: 1525 Gold Coast Hwy, Palm Beach QLD 4221
Website: qld.gov.au/goldcoast-recreationprecinct
Follow us: Facebook @GCRecreationPrecinct.